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  • Mining Bill Unveiled
    A mining bill was unveiled today at a State Capitol news conference. It would streamline Wisconsin’s mine permitting process and was written specifically for an out-of-state mining company that wants to build an open pit iron mine in Northern Wisconsin.
  • Meeting Tuesday night about Hoan Bridge bike lane
    "There is a great deal of support for a bike lane over the Hoan Bridge. It's something we've been talking about for more than a decade," said Rep. Richards.
  • Rep. Richards to host meeting Aug. 23 on Hoan Bridge bike lane
    Prospects for a bike and pedestrian lane on the Hoan Bridge have shifted from no to maybe, and residents have been invited to share their views at a neighborhood meeting in Bay View on Aug. 23.
  • Same rules for all
    The state Supreme Court has said it cannot enforce the open meetings law against the Legislature. So let's change the state constitution to give the courts the necessary authority.
  • Amendment would hold state Legislature to open meetings law
    Madison - The Legislature would be subject to the state's open meetings law under a proposed amendment to the state constitution unveiled by Assembly Democrats on Thursday.
 
Dear Neighbor,
 
I’d like to draw your attention to two items on this week’s calendar and share some tips on how to stay cool this week.
 
Legislative Redistricting
This week the legislature will likely be voting on the Republican’s proposed new legislative district maps.  The Senate is expected to vote on the redistricting plans Tuesday, with the Assembly following suit on either Wednesday or Thursday.  Here’s a link with more information on the plans: http://legis.wisconsin.gov/ltsb/redistricting/bills.htm
 
Save the Hoan Town Hall Meeting
This Thursday, from 5:00pm to 7:00pm, I am hosting a neighborhood meeting with Rep. Christine Sinicki, Sen. Chris Larson and state transportation officials to discuss the current status of the Hoan Bridge and future reconstruction plans.  It will be held in the Beulah Brinton Cafeteria Room, 2555 South Bay Street, in Bay View.  DOT officials will be available to answer any of your questions about the Hoan Bridge reconstruction.  I hope to see you there!
 
Staying Cool This Week
Here are some tips from the Milwaukee Health Department on how to stay safe during the extreme and dangerous heat wave we’re experiencing: http://city.milwaukee.gov/heatinfo
 
As always, it is a pleasure to be able to stay in touch with you!  Please feel free to contact me with any concerns, questions or ideas you may have.
 
Sincerely,
 
JON RICHARDS
State Representative
19th Assembly District
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